When can we anticipate receiving updates on the statuses of Matt Eberflus, Luke Getsy, and Justin Fields?
As the clock winds down at Lambeau Field on Sunday, Chicago Bears fans will eagerly turn their attention to the status of their head coach, offensive coordinator, and quarterback. The updates on these key figures will follow different timelines:
**Matt Eberflus:**The first significant announcement is expected to revolve around Matt Eberflus. While there may be some leaks on Sunday night, the official word is likely to come through media reports on Monday. The Bears might refrain from making an official statement until after the news about Eberflus' future breaks. If Eberflus is retained, the fate of Luke Getsy will remain uncertain for the time being.
**Luke Getsy:**Luke Getsy's status will be the next domino to fall. If Eberflus is back and Getsy is part of the plan, Bears General Manager Ryan Poles may address Getsy's future during his year-end press conference, anticipated to occur on Tuesday or possibly Wednesday. It is unlikely that the fate of Getsy will be disclosed before Ryan Poles' media briefing, with the focus on evaluating everyone's performance.
**Assistant Coaches:**After Matt Eberflus, Ryan Poles, Kevin Warren, and George McCaskey have all addressed the media, which should occur no later than Thursday of the following week, the Bears are likely to announce the fate of assistant coaches. This approach allows them to defer questions about coaching decisions until the NFL Combine, where the focus will shift to the new offensive coordinator.
**Justin Fields:**The decision concerning Justin Fields is expected to be a lengthy and deliberate process. Ryan Poles will take his time to evaluate internal and external options, including potential trades. While speculation abounds about whether Fields will remain with the team or if Caleb Williams will be drafted, no definitive decision is currently known. The Bears are likely to speak positively about Fields, emphasizing his qualities, leadership, and improvement throughout the year. However, they will not commit to Fields' fifth-year option or his long-term future, as they aim to maintain his trade value.
The official announcement regarding Justin Fields is not expected in the immediate future. The first concrete information about Fields or potential trade scenarios may surface during the NFL Combine. Reports on the Bears shopping Fields or their first-round pick could emerge from the combine. Ultimately, the timeline for the Fields decision remains uncertain, and it may extend closer to the draft, similar to how Ryan Poles handled the first overall pick in the previous year.
In summary, expect updates on the coaching staff in the coming week, with official announcements about assistant coaches likely after media briefings. However, the decision regarding Justin Fields is expected to be more protracted and may not become clear until closer to the NFL draft or just before the start of free agency in March.
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